Being missional means placing yourself into a posture and attitude of thinking in a Christ-like manner in order to reach others with the gospel message. As people of God, we are called to complete Jesus’ mission to evangelize to all the nations.

As Christians, we are solely vessels through which Jesus will speak to those who have little to no access to the gospel. There are so many countries, including America, filled with people who are broken and in need of an unfailing hope and Savior.

“And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.” - Matthew 24:14

Without a doubt, it is extremely difficult to carry out this missional lifestyle, but find hope and strength in the fact that Jesus prevails. In Revelations, we see that Jesus is victorious over Satan and that His mission has been carried out. Because God is an omnipotent, victorious God, we, as his missionaries, will NEVER fail.

I’ve been struggling with this concept for quite some time. It’s difficult for me to grasp that the good work is finished through Jesus. But, this is HIS mission—not mine. Mission trips and being missional are ways to glorify JESUS, not me. This is not about me, but this is about spreading GOD’s Word throughout all the nations in hope that we will all be saved through Jesus.

It’s God’s desire and His mission for all people to be saved, so we must also have this heart for all people to be saved, including your neighbors, classmates, roommates, and family. Sharing the gospel is definitely frightening, but I hope that Christians, including myself, have confidence that God will provide.

For me, I honestly still lack this confidence, and I think this reflects the fragility of my prayer life and my relationship with God, but I think the first step in fixing my mindset on Christianity is to acknowledge my weaknesses and, therefore, my need for God.

As Christians, we are called to say that God sent His only Son, Jesus Christ, to save sinners, and we are called to spread the good news that our Father has RISEN and is VICTORIOUS in all things.

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” -Matthew 28:19-20

If you are going on missions, please remember that this is all for Jesus’ glory and His mission. Those who are sending people to go on missions, sacrifice your time, money, or other resources to send these servants of God to preach the gospel to those who have yet to hear or know it.